Federal Government of Nigeria
Coverage of Federal Government of Nigeria in the Nexus archive.
- World Breastfeeding Week: FG urges stronger support for breastfeeding
The World Breastfeeding Week, observed annually from 1 to 7 August, is being commemorated this year under the theme 'Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works.' The Federal Government of Nigeria urges stronger support for breastfeeding during the event.
- FG advocates local cocoa processing to end raw bean export
Nigeria's government, under President Tinubu, plans to expand domestic cocoa processing to increase export earnings, create jobs, and retain value from cocoa, a major agricultural commodity. The initiative aims to end the export of raw cocoa beans by boosting local manufacturing.
- FG expands cancer funding, local drug production
The Federal Government of Nigeria has expanded funding for cancer care and local drug production. Mr. Aliyu stated that measures are in place to make cancer treatment more affordable, though it remains unaffordable for many Nigerians.
- Nigeria: Govt Vows Sanctions for Procurement Fraud As Perm SECs Meet On Budget Execution
The Nigerian Federal Government has warned that individuals involved in procurement fraud will face sanctions and prosecution. The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) has reopened the Permanent Secretaries' Retreat after a four-year hiatus.
- Nigeria: Govt Delivers N10bn Medical Intervention to Boost Efficient, Effective Healthcare Services Delivery in Bauchi
The Nigerian federal government donated N10 billion worth of hospital equipment, consumables, and critical commodities to Bauchi State through the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare. The initiative aims to improve healthcare delivery, focusing on women, children under five, and vulnerable populations.
- Energy expert urges FG to divest from its four refineries
Energy expert Dan Kunle has urged President Bola Tinubu to privatise Nigeria’s four state-owned refineries, citing ineffective public spending and economic burden. The refineries have not delivered significant value despite decades of public investment.
- FG, Global Fund inaugurate expanded Abuja medical warehouse
The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Global Fund have inaugurated an expanded medical warehouse in Abuja to highlight their collaborative achievements and reinforce commitments to supply chain reforms.
- FG seeks private investment to provide reliable electricity for hospitals nationwide
The Nigerian Federal Government is seeking private investment to provide reliable electricity for hospitals nationwide through the Nigeria Power for Health Initiative (NPHI). The initiative was launched at the National Healthcare Electrification Investors Matchmaking Forum in Lagos.
- FG arraigns over 400 terrorism suspects in Abuja
The Nigerian Federal Government is arraigning over 400 terrorism suspects in batches at the Federal High Court complex in Abuja. The suspects are being processed simultaneously in multiple courtrooms.
- FG secures agreement for transfer of Nigerian prisoners in Ethiopia
The Nigerian Federal Government secured an agreement to transfer Nigerian nationals serving prison sentences in Ethiopia. A delegation traveled to Addis Ababa following President Bola Tinubu's order for their immediate repatriation.
- Xenophobia: Nigerians to start arriving from South Africa on Thursday – Official
Nigerians are set to begin arriving in Nigeria from South Africa on Thursday due to xenophobia. The Nigerian Federal Government is funding the evacuation, ensuring affected citizens are repatriated at no cost.
- Nigeria: Federal Govt Promises Rescue, Justice Over Oyo, Borno School Attacks
The Nigerian federal government has pledged to intensify efforts to rescue abducted schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo and Borno States. The assurance focuses on addressing the recent school attacks in these regions.